Anthropic's AI assistant, Claude, has integrated with Canva, enabling users to create and edit designs directly within the Claude chat interface. This integration allows tasks such as building presentations, resizing images, and autofilling templates through natural language commands.
The integration utilizes Anthropic's Model Context Protocol (MCP), an open-source standard that facilitates secure connectivity between AI models and third-party applications. This protocol has been adopted by companies like Microsoft and Figma, streamlining workflows across various platforms.
To access this feature, users need active subscriptions to both Claude and Canva. Once connected, Claude can perform design tasks without the need to switch between applications, enhancing productivity and simplifying the design process.
In addition to Canva, Claude has expanded its integrations to include platforms like Notion, Stripe, Prisma, Socket, and Figma, broadening its capabilities and offering a more comprehensive suite of tools for users.
This development signifies a growing trend in AI-driven workflows, where AI assistants are increasingly embedded within design platforms to provide seamless and efficient user experiences.